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Flexing
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fleksing
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Simple meaning
What does Flexing mean?
Bending or tightening a muscle.
Dictionary definition
Bending or tightening a muscle; also showing strength or ability.
Example sentences
Flexing in a sentence
easy
Flexing your hand can warm it up.
medium
He was flexing his arm after practice.
hard
In informal speech, flexing can mean showing off strength, skill, or success.
Synonyms
Words like Flexing
bendingCurving or moving from a straight shape.
flexRelated word that supports the meaning of flexing.
Antonyms
Opposite words
relaxingLoosening or resting.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to flexing, depending on context.
Word family
Flexing word family
Base word
flexing
verb
flexing
Flexing entry form.
noun
flexings
More than one flexing.
verb
flexinged
Past form of flexing.
verb
flexinging
Action form of flexing.
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Quick practice
Try Flexing
Practice 1
What does flexing mean?
Flexing means bending or tightening a muscle.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to flexing?
Bending is close in meaning to flexing in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of flexing?
Relaxing contrasts with flexing.
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